Submissions

Submission Preparation Checklist

As part of the submission process, authors are required to check off their submission's compliance with all of the following items, and submissions may be returned to authors that do not adhere to these guidelines.

The submission has not been previously published, nor is it before another journal for consideration (or an explanation has been provided in Comments to the Editor).
The submission file is in OpenOffice, Microsoft Word, or RTF document file format.
Where available, URLs for the references have been provided.
The text is single-spaced; uses a 12-point font; employs italics, rather than underlining (except with URL addresses); and all illustrations, figures, and tables are placed within the text at the appropriate points, rather than at the end.
The text adheres to the stylistic and bibliographic requirements outlined in the Author Guidelines.

Author Guidelines

Manuscript Preparation

1. Language: Manuscripts must be written in English, French, or Spanish
2. Length: Research articles should be between 5,000 and 8,000 words, including references and appendices.
3. Format: Manuscripts should be submitted in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX (.tex) format.
4. Font: Use a clear, legible font, such as Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman, in size 12 points.
5. Spacing: single-space the manuscript, including the title page, abstract, and references.
6. Margins: Leave 1-inch margins on all sides (top, bottom, left, and right).

Manuscript Structure

1. Title Page: Include the title, authors' names, affiliations, and contact information.
2. Abstract: Provide a concise abstract (150-250 words) summarizing the manuscript's main points.
3. Keywords: List 3-5 keywords relevant to the manuscript's content.
4. Introduction: Introduce the research topic, provide context, and clearly state the research question or hypothesis.
5. Methodology: Describe the research design, methods, and procedures used to collect and analyze the data.
6. Results: Present the findings in a clear and concise manner, using tables, figures, and text.
7. Discussion: Interpret the results, relate them to the literature, and discuss the implications of the findings.
8. Conclusion: Summarize the main points and reiterate the significance of the research.
9. References: List all sources cited in the manuscript, following the chosen citation style.
10. Appendices: Include any supplementary materials, such as raw data, extra figures or tables, or detailed descriptions of methodologies.

Citation Style

CogNexus uses the APA (American Psychological Association) citation style. Authors are responsible for ensuring that their manuscripts conform to this style.

Submission Requirements

1. Originality: Manuscripts must be original and not previously published or under consideration for publication elsewhere.
2. Authorship: All authors must have significantly contributed to the research and manuscript preparation.
3. Conflicts of Interest: Authors must disclose any potential conflicts of interest or financial support.
4. Permissions: Authors must obtain necessary permissions for any copyrighted materials used in the manuscript.

Submission Process

1. Online Submission: Manuscripts should be submitted through our online submission system.
2. Cover Letter: Include a cover letter stating the manuscript's title, authors' names, and a brief summary of the research.
3. Manuscript File: Upload the manuscript file in Microsoft Word (.docx) or LaTeX (.tex) format.

Peer Review Process

1. Double-Blind Peer Review: Manuscripts will undergo a double-blind peer review process, where both authors and reviewers remain anonymous.
2. Peer Review Timeline: The peer review process typically takes 4-6 weeks.
3. Revisions and Resubmission: Authors may be required to revise and resubmit their manuscripts based on peer reviewer feedback.

Publication Ethics

1. Plagiarism: Manuscripts must be free from plagiarism, and authors must properly cite all sources.
2. Data Fabrication: Authors must not fabricate or falsify data.
3. Authorship Disputes: Authors must resolve any disputes related to authorship before submission.

Policy on the Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) Tools in Manuscript Preparation

At CogNexus, we recognize that AI tools such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, DeepL, and others can play a supportive role in the scholarly writing process. However, to maintain the integrity and quality of academic publishing, authors must adhere to the following guidelines:

Permissible Uses of AI:
- Improving grammar, syntax, and clarity of language.
- Generating preliminary outlines or assisting with literature search tools.
- Translating text or refining structure and expression.
Prohibited Uses of AI:
- Generating entire manuscripts or substantial portions without human revision.
- Using AI to fabricate data, citations, or references.
- Submitting AI-generated content as original scholarly work without authorial oversight.
Disclosure Requirement:
Authors must disclose the use of AI tools in the Acknowledgments or Methods section of the manuscript, specifying the name of the tool and the nature of its use (e.g., "The authors used ChatGPT by OpenAI to improve the clarity of language in drafting this paper").
Accountability:
Authors are fully responsible for the content of their submissions, including any parts that have been assisted by AI. The final manuscript must reflect the authors’ own intellectual work, analysis, and conclusions.
Review and Evaluation:
Submissions that appear to be generated by AI without meaningful human input may be rejected during editorial or peer review, especially if they lack coherence, originality, or substantive contribution.

This policy aligns with the guidance issued by COPE (Committee on Publication Ethics), Elsevier, Springer Nature, and other major academic publishing bodies.

For questions about acceptable AI use, please contact the editorial office before submission.

For any questions or concerns about the submission process, please contact us

Articles

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GARI International Conference 2026

Selected full papers presented at the GARI International Conference on Science, Technology & Data-Driven Innovation 2026. All manuscripts undergo the journal's standard peer-review process.

Conference Governance & Ethics

The GARI International Conference on Science, Technology, and Data-Driven Innovation (2026) is committed to maintaining the highest standards of academic integrity, transparency, and scholarly excellence.

All conference activities—including submissions, peer review, and presentations—are conducted in accordance with established principles of research ethics and professional conduct.

Peer Review Policy

All submitted manuscripts and abstracts undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by qualified reviewers with expertise in the relevant fields.

Each submission is evaluated based on:

Originality and novelty
Relevance to the conference themes
Methodological rigor
Clarity and quality of presentation
Contribution to the advancement of knowledge

The review process is designed to ensure fairness, objectivity, and academic rigor.

Conflict of Interest Policy

To ensure the integrity and impartiality of the review process, reviewers must not evaluate submissions with which they have any real or perceived conflict of interest.

Conflicts may arise when a reviewer:

Has collaborated with the author(s)
Is affiliated with the same institution
Has a personal or financial relationship with the author(s)

If a conflict is identified, the reviewer must immediately disclose it to the Conference Chair and recuse themselves from the evaluation of the submission.

Reviewer Confidentiality

To ensure the integrity and impartiality of the review process, reviewers must not evaluate submissions with which they have any real or perceived conflict of interest.

Conflicts may arise when a reviewer:

Has collaborated with the author(s)
Is affiliated with the same institution
Has a personal or financial relationship with the author(s)

If a conflict is identified, the reviewer must immediately disclose it to the Conference Chair and recuse themselves from the evaluation of the submission.

Reviewer Confidentiality

All submissions are treated as confidential documents.

Reviewers must not:

Share manuscripts with third parties
Disclose submission contents
Use ideas or data from manuscripts before publication

Violation of confidentiality guidelines may result in removal from the review committee and restriction from future participation in GARI activities.

Invited vs Peer-Reviewed Presentations

To maintain transparency and clarity in conference communications, presentations will be clearly distinguished as either Invited Presentations or Peer-Reviewed Contributions.

Invited Presentations

Keynote addresses
Distinguished guest lectures
Invited talks or special sessions

These will be labeled “Invited Presentation.”

Peer-Reviewed Submissions

Accepted submissions will be identified as:

Peer-Reviewed Full Paper
Peer-Reviewed Abstract

These labels will appear across:

Conference program
Website
Presentation materials
Participation certificates

Publication Ethics

Authors submitting work must ensure that:

The work represents original scholarship
Proper citations and acknowledgments are provided
The manuscript is not simultaneously submitted elsewhere
All listed authors have approved the submission

Any form of plagiarism, data fabrication, or unethical research practice will result in rejection and possible restriction from future GARI events.

Commitment to Scholarly Integrity

The Global Association for Research and Innovation (GARI) promotes a global research environment grounded in integrity, transparency, responsible scholarship, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Privacy Statement

The names and email addresses entered in this journal site will be used exclusively for the stated purposes of this journal and will not be made available for any other purpose or to any other party.